2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
